Lead Commercial Grounds Maintenance Crew

Bland Landscaping Company; Wilmington (NC); On-site; USD 28,346 - 35,353; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Health Insurance

Paid Time Off

401(k) with Company Match

Job summary

A landscape services firm in Wilmington, NC, is seeking a Commercial Grounds Maintenance Crew Leader to oversee a landscaping crew. This role includes supervising operations, ensuring safety compliance, and coordinating maintenance tasks. Ideal candidates will possess strong leadership qualities and a commitment to high-quality service. Compensation starts at $700 per week, with full benefits including health insurance and paid time off, alongside opportunities for career advancement.

Qualifications

• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds on a routine basis.
• Ability to bend and stoop continuously throughout the workday.
• Ability to work outdoors in all weather conditions.
• Strong communication skills and the ability to motivate and lead others.
• Willingness to obtain a North Carolina Pesticide Applicator’s License.

Responsibilities

• Supervise and train crew members in routine maintenance tasks.
• Coordinate daily work assignments and equipment needs.
• Safely operate and maintain landscaping equipment.
• Monitor and adjust irrigation systems.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Heavy lifting

Safety compliance

Tools

Landscaping equipment

Tractors

Job description

Job Title: Commercial Grounds Maintenance (CGM) Crew Leader

Contact: Reina Medina - [e-mail]

Position Overview

The Commercial Grounds Maintenance (CGM) Crew Leader is a hands-on supervisory position responsible for leading a year-round crew in the delivery of commercial grounds maintenance services. This role combines active field production with planning, administrative, and regulatory functions. The Crew Leader ensures that properties are maintained to company standards while training staff, managing daily workloads, and maintaining positive client relationships on-site.

Key Responsibilities Included But Not Limited To

Leadership & Supervision

• Crew Management: Supervise and train maintenance crews on all aspects of grounds maintenance services.
• Team Planning: Plan and manage daily workloads to ensure efficiency.
• Coordination: Plan, coordinate, and collect necessary equipment and job materials each day.
• Safety: Attend and actively participate in crew and department general and safety meetings.
  
  

Field Operations & Maintenance

• Execution: Perform mowing, raking, digging, and weeding of commercial landscapes.
• Irrigation: Monitor and maintain irrigation controllers (changing times, replacing heads, etc.).
• Equipment Operation: Safely operate commercial zero-turn & push mowers, string trimmers, edgers, pruners, chainsaws, backpack blowers, and backpack sprayers.
• Logistics: Load and unload heavy equipment and planting materials from trucks.
  
  

Administration & Client Relations

• Reporting: Prepare daily reports for work as required by the company.
• Client Service: Maintain on-site relations and professional communications with clients, contractors, and subcontractors.
• Transportation: Safely drive company-owned vehicles (with or without trailers) to transport crew members.
  
  

Compensation & Benefits

• Competitive Pay: Based on Experience
• Insurance: Affordable BCBS Health Insurance with optional Vision/Dental.
• Time Off: 40 hours Paid Time Off (PTO) annually + 11 Observed Holidays.
• Retirement: 401K program.
• Growth: Significant opportunities for advancement for candidates with proper qualifications and strong work ethic.
• Work / Life Balance Priority: Consistent daily hours and weekly scheduling
  
  

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

Bland Landscaping Company provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other characteristics protected by federal, state, or local laws.

Disclaimer

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this classification. They are not to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of personnel so classified. All personnel may be required to perform duties outside of their normal responsibilities from time to time, as needed.

Required Skills

Requirements & Qualifications

Licensing & Certifications

• Driver’s License: Must have a valid NC Driver's license and maintain a good driving record (CDL preferred).
• Pesticide License: Must be willing to obtain the NC Pesticide Applicator’s License.
• Background: Must be able to pass a criminal background check.
  
  

Physical Demands

• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds on a routine basis.
• Ability to bend and stoop continually and work outside in all weather conditions.
• Comfort working around bees, poison ivy, pollen, thorns, and other environmental risks.
  
  

Core Attributes

• Leadership: Good communication skills with the ability to motivate others and work with minimal supervision.
• Professionalism: Must present a professional, polite manner and wear company uniforms and sturdy shoes.
• Safety: Strict adherence to safety protocols regarding chemicals, equipment, and PPE (eye/ear protection).